winterization

Winterization of your Home for Peace of Mind

As the winter season approaches, many homeowners in the Outer Banks may underestimate the importance of winterizing their home plumbing pipes. There’s a common misconception that this process is unnecessary and a waste of time. However, the truth is that winterizing is a simple and affordable preventive measure that can save you thousands of dollars …

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6 Winter Plumbing Tips

burst pipe

Winter is here – and although the temps don’t dip down below freezing all that often, there are times when they do.  Freezing temperatures can be tough on your outdoor AND indoor plumbing, so it’s important to be informed and prepared.  Here are 5 tips to keep your plumbing system safe from freezing temps. Repair …

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De-Winterizing Your Home

Running water in a stainless steel faucet.

It will be summer before you know it, and what better time to keep busy around the house than now! There are a number of tasks you can do on your own to prepare your vacation home or rental for the season, along with a few things that are best performed by a professional. This month we’ve put together a checklist of important steps to prepare your home for a trouble-free summer.